JLPT N3 Intermediate
追う
To chase, run after, or pursue physically or figuratively
Readings
Other forms
追います polite form
追った plain past
追って te-form
追われる passive form
逐う rare kanji
1 Verb (transitive)
To chase / run after
Describes the physical act of moving behind a target in order to capture or reach it.
Example
パトカー が 犯人 の 車 を 追って いる 。
The police car is chasing the suspect's car.
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2 Verb (transitive)
To pursue / follow (an ideal or trend)
Refers to the figurative act of seeking abstract goals or keeping track of progressing information.
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3 Verb (transitive, used in passive form)
To be swamped / pressed by (in passive form)
Indicates being psychologically pressured or overwhelmingly occupied by approaching limits or tasks.
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4 Verb (transitive)
To drive out / expel
Signifies the act of forcing someone to leave a specific place, group, or official position.
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